Introduction to University Studies Presented by Doris L. W. Chang

Presentation Outline 1. University Education 2. Academic Performance 3. Extra-curricular Activities 4. Career Planning & Your Development 5. Conclusion & Reflections

A. University Years in Your Life B. High School Education & University Education C. Getting Ready for University Study D. Your Future Perspective & University Plan E. What to expect from Fu Jen Catholic University – 1. History and Characteristics – 2. Academic Resources (Colleges, Libraries) – 3. Extra-curricular Activities (Office of Students) – 4. Advisor and Counseling System I. University Education

F. Being a Mature, Happy and Fulfilled Person – 1. Independent, Critical and Analytical Thinking – 2. Self-actualization – 3. Mutually Benign Inter-personal Relationship – 4. Self Respect and Respect for Others – 5. Your Rights and Your Obligations University Education

II. Academic Performance A. The English Dept.--Your Major Field – 1. General Introduction — Mission Statement & Characteristics – 2. Curriculum: Humanities, Culture, & Language – 3. Course Requirements & Your Development – 4. Career Plan & the Choice of Tracks – 5. Faculty-Student Interactions – 6. Students Association – 7. Alumni Association – 8. Scholarships

II. Academic Performance B. Resources in the Department and College – 1. Language Lab. & Multi-media Equipment – 2. Computer Center – 3. On-line Resources – 4. Others C. Minor, Double Major, Education Program – 1. Your Own Plan & Preparation – 2. Application – 3. Further Suggestions

II. Academic Performance D. Libraries 1. Science & Foreign Language Library 2. Social Science Library 3. Liberal Arts Library E. Adjustment to the English Dept. 1. Study Attitude & Strategies — Study for Yourself 2. Time/Stress/Money Management 3. Communication with the Faculty — Mutual Respect 4. Group Discussion Strategies — Friendship & Efficiency 5. Academic/Personal Advisors — Personalized Assistance

III. Extra-curricular Activities — Exploration of the Self A. Office of Students B. Campus Clubs — Personal Interests, Skill Building C. Health — Health Center, PE, Gym D. Inter-personal Relationships: Teachers, Peers and Roommates E. Socialization on and off Campus-- – 1. Keeping in Tact with the Society & the World – 2. Resources & Information F. Training, Lectures, Workshops G. Scholarships, Job Opportunities & Further Studies H. Other Resources

IV. Career Planning and Your Development A. General Introduction B. Your Goal and Self Understanding C. Family Expectation D. Social Environment and Job Market E. Relevant Resources & Information F. From Plan to Practice 1. University Plan 2. Personal Study Plan 3. Follow Up

V. Conclusion & Reflections Welcome to the University!!! Have a Very Fulfilled Experience Here!!!